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Now you can choose the windows and doors
that will transform and illuminate your home in
ways you never thought possible. Inside, you’ll
find just what to look for to help you see your
home in a whole new light.
History of Simonton and Norandex
Choosing Vinyl Windows and Doors
Energy Efficiency
Windows
Doors
Styles and Options
L e t t h e r e n a i s s a n c e b e g i n .
Simonton Windows® has become one of the largest
and most trusted vinyl window and door manufacturers
in the United States, with an unequalled reputation for
quality. In 1985, Norandex, the preeminent distributor
of home improvement products, joined forces with
Simonton to form an innovative partnership with
unlimited possibilities. The result of this progressive
partnership is a line of windows and doors unlike any
other. Prism® by Simonton products are designed to
meet the unique demands of today’s homeowners with
exclusive features, unparalleled quality and unmatched
style. Every Prism by Simonton window and door
represents more than 100 combined years of quality,
dedication and trust.
A b r i g h t p a r t n e r s h i p m e a n s e v e n
b r i g h t e r p o s s i b i l i t i e s .
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The highest level of product quality means every Prism window and door is designed to provide years of carefree operation.
Q u a l i t y t h a t p a s s e s
t h e t e s t .
Before a Prism window or door ever reaches your home,
it has to pass rigorous testing in ours. We have a unique,
state-of-the-art, onsite testing center that is so advanced, it
has been certified by important industry organizations like
the National Fenestration Ratings Council and the American
Architectural Manufacturers Association. In addition, each
product endures numerous quality checks and a thorough
final inspection to ensure that every part and piece functions
precisely as it should.
T h e r i g h t c h o i c e
s t a r t s w i t h t h e
r i g h t c o m p a n y .
We know that choosing windows and doors is an important
decision. That’s why every member of our team works hard
to make sure that purchasing Prism windows and doors is
a great experience. It took an innovative partnership with
Norandex and the dedication of every Simonton employee
to achieve the absolute highest level of product quality
and customer service. That’s how we make sure that your
windows and doors will provide years of carefree enjoyment
in your home.
Prism windows are designed to meet the low-maintenance demands of
today’s homeowners.
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V i n y l . T h e e n l i g h t e n e d c h o i c e .
For any homeowner, the first step in choosing a window
is really choosing a window material. But once you
compare vinyl with other materials, you’ll see that there
really is no comparison. Vinyl windows and doors will
never rot or require endless sanding and repainting
like wood. And they won’t pit, peel or flake. Prism®
by Simonton windows and doors are crafted from
the highest quality vinyl extruded in Simonton’s own
facility and require almost no maintenance. In fact, an
occasional washing will keep them looking brand new.
Best of all, they make your home more comfortable and
help lower energy bills. All while providing
smooth, stress-free operation and
added value to your home.
How’s that for
enlightenment?
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B e a u t y t h a t ’ s m o r e
t h a n s k i n d e e p .
Easy Operation Prism windows and doors are precision engineered to open and close effortlessly.
Weatherability The premium vinyl used in Prism windows and doors can stand up to harsh weather conditions year after year.
Energy Efficiency Advanced features including ProSolar®
Low E glass with an Argon gas fill help lower utility bills and maximize efficiency.
Low Maintenance Prism windows and doors will never require sanding or repainting, plus they resist pollution, salt spray and dirt.
Value Not only do Prism windows and doors help reduce home utility bills, they also add value to your home.
Style Prism windows and doors are designed to beautifully complement virtually any type of home, so they’re available in a host of styles, configurations and colors.
The premium vinyl in Prism windows and doors is unmatched
for beauty, durability and low maintenance.
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A m o r e i l l u m i n a t e d
a p p r o a c h t o s a v i n g e n e r g y .
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Minneapolis, MN $419
Boston, MA $493
New York, NY $335
Washington, DC $278
Jacksonville, FL $270
Kansas City, MO $303
Denver, CO $266
Northern Mostly Heating
North/Central Heating & Cooling
South/Central Heating & Cooling
Southern Mostly Cooling
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ProSolar® Low E glass reduces temperature transfer to help lower energy costs and keep your home comfortable all year long.
We’ve taken an advanced approach to energy
efficiency. Prism® by Simonton windows and doors are
designed with innovative features that work together to
reduce energy loss, helping to lower your utility bills.
But what you’ll find even more enjoyable is how nice
and comfortable your home will be, day after day,
year after year.
To ensure Prism windows and doors can be ordered to meet
the regionally specific ENERGY STAR criteria, Simonton has
developed ENERGY STAR glass packages for each climate zone
— Northern, North-Central, South-Central and Southern. These
glass packages utilize insulating glass units with advanced Low
E technology, an Argon gas fill and durable spacer systems that drastically reduce the
transfer of heat and cold—helping conserve energy and reduce your energy costs.
Energy SavingsAverage annual savings when replacing a single-pane, clear glass
window with an ENERGY STAR® window:
Chicago, IL $352
Atlanta, GA $176
Ft. Worth, TX $261
I n n o v a t i o n t h a t
c o m f o r t s . Standard on Prism Platinum and Ultra Gold lines, ProSolar® Low E
glass with an Argon gas fill provides great energy efficiency. In addition,
all Prism windows and doors feature the Intercept® spacer system.
This U-channel design reduces the transfer of heat and cold to inside
the home and flexes with temperature fluctuations to maintain an
effective seal. The Supercept™ spacer utilizes the U-channel design,
but is made of a stainless steel alloy that offers increased durability
and thermal efficiency.cy.
Advanced spacers systems provide proven thermal performance and
dramatically reduce seal failure.
E n e r g y l o s s
s t o p s h e r e .
For the ultimate in energy-saving, over-achieving efficiency, Prism
Platinum windows and patio doors are available with a variety of
energy-efficient glass packages. These remarkable glass packages
combine advanced features like ProSolar® Shade Low E glass,
the non-metallic foam Super Spacer,® a triple-paned I.G. unit and
laminated glass to provide increased resistance to temperature
fluctuations and help keep your home comfortable year round.
Consult your sales representative to determine which glass package
best fits your needs.
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ProSolar® Shade is an advanced, spectrally selective Low E glass that features a unique formula with three layers of silver for maximum insulation. This impressive glass offers the ultimate in solar heat control, fading protection, visibility and energy savings.
Intercept ® Spacer System Super Spacer ®Supercept™
SHADE
In warmer climates, Low E glass helps keep hot air out and cool air in.
In cooler climates, Low E glass helps keep warm air in and cold air out.
Each and every Prism® by Simonton window represents
unparalleled attention to detail and craftsmanship that is
simply without equal. And while the advances you don’t
see are impressive, attractive profiles and unique designs
make the things you do see positively breathtaking.
E v e r y w i n d o w i s a n
o p p o r t u n i t y t o s h i n e .
Triple-stepped Sloped Sill
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Fusion-welded Construction
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Sculpted Lift HandleA
Cam LockB
Double Hung Picture CasementSlider (2-lite and 3-lite)
Not all styles available in all categories in all areas. Consult your Prism® by Simonton representative for complete information.
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Multiple-chambered Profiles
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Operable sash on Prism Double Hung windows tilt in for easy
cleaning from inside the home.
Bay Bow Awning Geometrics
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Quality Construction Prism by Simonton window frames and sash are fusion-welded at mitered corners for a smooth, seamless look and for one-piece strength and rigidity.
Multi-dimensional Exteriors Unique frame designs particular to Platinum, Ultra Gold or Bronze give Prism windows a distinctive appearance. The Platinum Series’ beveled frame is shown below.
Ergonomic Design Prism by Simonton windows feature contoured extruded lift rails that are molded into the sash for a clean, streamlined appearance and increased durability.
Water Repellent A patented, triple-stepped sill design, standard on Platinum and Ultra Gold Double Hung windows, forces water away from the window upon contact. Flat sills that allow water to stand can cause wood to become moist and vulnerable to rot.
Multiple-chambered Profiles Every Prism window features profiles with sealed air chambers, which provide increased rigidity and improve thermal performance.
Streamlined Hardware All locking mechanisms are designed to be unobtrusive and are color matched to provide a streamlined interior appearance. For a touch of added elegance, Platinum series windows are available with distinct Decorum® finishes in Brushed Nickel, Oil-rubbed Bronze and Polished Brass hardware.
C h o o s e t h e r i g h t d o o r a n d l i g h t
w i l l a l w a y s p a y y o u a v i s i t .
A Prism Patio Door is the perfect choice to bring the outside in. 11
Garden Door Patio Door
Garden Door panels can be ordered in In-swing and Out-swing styles as well as Center Hinge and French Hinge configurations.
Center Hinge, Swing Left,
Out
Center Hinge, Swing Right,
Out
Center Hinge, Swing Left,
In
Center Hinge, Swing Right,
In
French Hinge, Left Active Handle, Out
French Hinge, Right Active Handle, Out
French Hinge, Left Active Handle, In
French Hinge, Right Active Handle, In
When you select Prism® by Simonton doors, you’re
sending an open invitation to sunlight. Available in both
sliding and swing styles, Prism doors feature thoughtful
touches that ensure years of dependable operation. And
they beautifully complement any room design.
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Pocket SillB Exterior Keyed Lock
CMulti-point Locking System
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A Choice of Styles The Platinum Patio Door (sliding) and Garden Door (swing) along with the Ultra Gold Patio Door with larger sightlines, are available in the Prism line. Simonton Patio Doors glide effortlessly on oversized, corrosion-resistant rollers. Garden Doors feature an aluminum, continuous fixed geared hinge that eliminates panel sag and provides a weathertight seal.
Professional Grade Construction The frame and panel on Prism Garden Doors are heated to over 500 degrees then fusion-welded into a one-piece design for one-piece strength, rigidity and weather resistance.
Classic Appearance Prism Patio Doors offer the convenience of knockdown field assembly and the look of classic wood joints while maintaining the strength and beauty of welded panels.
Thermally Efficient Prism doors feature a profile chambered with many small pockets of air, which provide greater strength and help improve thermal efficiency by acting as a barrier to outside air.
Tempered Glass All I.G. units in Prism by Simonton doors feature tough, tempered glass. Unlike ordinary glass that simply shatters and breaks into large fragments when struck with force, tempered glass breaks into very small, rounded pieces for added safety.
Double Hung Features Platinum Ultra Gold Bronze
Main Frame Fusion-welded Fusion-welded Fusion-welded
Sash Fusion-welded Fusion-welded Fusion-welded
Frame Exterior Beveled Arced Raised
Sill Stepped Stepped Sloped
Meeting Rail Overlapping and Interlocking Overlapping and Interlocking Overlapping and Interlocking
Pivot Alignment System Alignment Guide Alignment Guide Alignment Guide
Balance System Stainless Steel Constant Force ¾" Coil Spring Stainless Steel Constant Force ¾" Coil Spring
Stainless Steel Constant Force ¾" Coil Spring
Tilt Latches Flush-mount Flush-mount Flush-mount
Sash Removal Tilt-in/Lift-out Tilt-in/Lift-out Tilt-in/Lift-out
Glazing Bead Dual-durometer/Exterior Glazed Dual-durometer/Exterior Glazed Dual-durometer/Exterior Glazed
Glass Penetration into Sash ¾" ¾" ¾"
Glass Strength Double (3.0mm) Single (2.5mm) Single (2.5mm)
Glass Type ProSolar® Low E Glass with an Argon Gas Fill
ProSolar® Low E Glass with an Argon Gas Fill
Clear
Insulating Glass Thickness 7/8" ¾" ¾"
Spacer System Intercept ® Intercept® Intercept®
Screen Frame Extruded Rollformed Rollformed
Screen Mesh Fiberglass Fiberglass Fiberglass
Screen Style Half Half Half
Lift Mechanisms Contoured Extruded Lift Rails Contoured Extruded Lift Rails Contoured Extruded Lift Rails
Weather Seals Closed-cell Foam & Barrier Seal Closed-cell Foam & Barrier Seal Closed-cell Foam & Barrier Seal
Cam Lock 2 Dual Dual or Single Dual or Single
Vent Latch Dual4 Single 4 Single4
Double Hung Options Platinum Ultra Gold Bronze
Glass Strength Single (2.5mm) Double (3.0mm) Double (3.0mm)
Glass Types Tempered, Tinted (Bronze or Grey), Obscure and Laminated Tempered, Tinted (Bronze or Grey) and Obscure
ProSolar® soft coat Low E Glass with an Argon Gas Fill, Tempered, Tinted (Bronze or Grey) and Obscure
Glass Packages ENERGY STAR - Northern, North-Central, South-Central and Southern glass packages meet ENERGY STAR performance levels for that region. ProSolar® Shade Upgrade – (Dual pane, 1" I.G. Unit, ProSolar® Shade Low E Glass, Argon Gas Fill, Supercept™ or Super Spacer®) High Energy Efficiency - NDX3P (Triple pane, 1" I.G. Unit, ProSolar® or ProSolar® Shade Low E Glass, Argon Gas Fill, Super Spacer®) NDX3P2 (Triple pane, 1" I.G. Unit, two panes of ProSolar® or ProSolar® Shade Low E Glass, Argon Gas Fill, Super Spacer®) Superior Energy Efficiency - NDXR5 (Triple pane, 1" I.G. Unit, ProSolar® or ProSolar® Shade Low E Glass, Krypton Gas Fill, Super Spacer®) Sound & Security - NDXSecure (1" I.G. Unit, ProSolar® or ProSolar® Shade Low E Glass, Argon Gas Fill, Supercept™ or Super Spacer,® Laminated Glass)
ENERGY STAR – Northern, North-Central, South-Central and Southern glass packages meet ENERGY STAR performance levels for that region.
ENERGY STAR – Northern, North-Central, South-Central and Southern glass packages meet ENERGY STAR performance levels for that region.
Insulating Glass Thickness 1" N/A N/A
Spacer System Super Spacer® and Supercept™ Supercept™ Supercept™
Screen Frame N/A Extruded Extruded
Screen Mesh Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Screen Style Full Full Full
Lift Mechanisms1 Contoured Lift Handle (individual) N/A N/A
Cam Lock 1 White, Tan, Driftwood and Dark Bronze White or Tan (dual optional) White or Tan (dual optional)
Vent Latch2 N/A Dual4 Dual4
Interior/Exterior Color Options4
White/White, Tan/Tan, or Driftwood/Driftwood White/White or Tan/Tan White/White or Tan/Tan
Decorum® Custom Interiors 3, 4
Contemporary Oak, Maple, Antique Cherry N/A N/A
Decorum® Custom Exterior Colors 5
Brick, Bronze, Chocolate, Cream, Driftwood, Pine, Tan N/A N/A
Decorum® Custom Hardware7 Brushed Nickel, Oil-rubbed Bronze, Antique Brass Satin Nickel and Polished Brass N/A N/A
Grid Styles 5 Color-matched Flat and Sculptured Color-matched Flat and Sculptured Color-matched Flat and Sculptured
Grids Patterns 6 Colonial, Prairie, Perimeter, Cross, Victorian and Diamond Colonial, Prairie, Perimeter and Diamond Colonial, Prairie, Perimeter and Diamond
Styles Available Double Hung, Picture, 2-lite Slider, 3-lite Slider, Casement, Bay, Bow, Geometrics, Garden Window, Garden Door, Patio Door
Double Hung, Picture, 2-lite Slider and 3-lite Slider
Double Hung, Picture, 2-lite Slider, 3-lite Slider, Half-round, Half-round w/leg, Eyebrow w/leg
P r i s m b y S i m o n t o n
1Dual cam locks are standard on all windows 28" wide or greater. Dual cam locks optional on all windows less than 28” wide but at least 21” wide. Dual cam locks are not available when widths are 21" or less. 2Platinum Sliders have a single vent latch; Ultra Gold and Bronze Sliders do not have a vent latch. 3Woodgrain products come with a standard white exterior. 4Driftwood color and Decorum® options are not available on the Garden Door (hardware not included) and Garden Window. 5Exterior colors are only available with sculptured grids. Exterior colors are not available on driftwood products, the Garden Door or Garden Window. 6Diamond and Victorian grid patterns are only available in flat grids. 7Antique Brass is only available on doors. Polished Brass is standard on Garden Door. Satin Nickel is available only on the Garden Door.
S e e y o u r h o m e i n a w h o l e n e w l i g h t .
For more than 60 years, Norandex has stood as a benchmark for
quality in the home improvement industry and is the country’s largest
distributor of vinyl siding and windows with 170 locations nationwide.
In 1985, Norandex began partnering with Simonton Windows®, one of
the leading vinyl window and door manufacturers in the country. One
highlight to that partnership is the development and distribution of the
Prism® by Simonton line of windows and patio doors. When it comes
to quality, Norandex and Simonton lead the way for performance and
dependability with over 100 combined years of dedicated service to the
home improvement industry.
S h e d s o m e l i g h t
o n y o u r p e r s o n a l s t y l e .
Prism® by Simonton windows and doors are available in a host of styles,
with grid and glass patterns that allow you to create a look that will perfectly
complement your home. Consult your Prism® by Simonton representative
for complete information.
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300 Executive Parkway West • Suite 10Hudson, OH 44236 • www.norandex.com
Color-matched flat and sculptured grids are available in Colonial, Prairie, Perimeter, Cross and Victorian patterns. Diamond pattern is only available with flat grids. Products with exterior color are only available with sculptured grids.
C o l o r s
White Tan Driftwood*
Antique CherryMaple Contemporary Oak
Tan
Pine
Driftwood
Chocolate
Cream
Bronze
Brick
C u s t o m E x t e r i o r s **
G r i d S t y l e s
Flat Sculptured
C u s t o m I n t e r i o r s *
C u s t o m H a r d w a r e
Brushed Nickel Oil-rubbed Bronze Polished Brass Antique Brass†
*Decorum™ options and driftwood are available on all Platinum products excluding the Garden Door and Garden Window. **Exterior colors are not available on driftwood products, the Garden Door or Garden Window.
†Available on Patio Doors only.
(interior only/standard white exterior)